C9 Generator Set Caterpillar

Ensure that all safety information, warnings, and instructions are read and understood before any operation or any maintenance procedures are performed. The user is responsible for the performance of all maintenance including the following procedures: all adjustments , the use of proper lubricants, fluids, filters and the installation of new components due to normal wear and aging . The performance of this product may be diminished if proper maintenance intervals and procedures are not followed. Components may experience accelerated wear if proper maintenance intervals and procedures are not followed.

Note: Use whichever of the following that occurs first in order to determine the maintenance intervals: fuel consumption , service hours and calendar time . Before each consecutive interval is performed, all maintenance from the previous intervals must be performed.

Products that operate in severe operating conditions may require more frequent maintenance.

When Required

Battery - Recycle
Battery - Replace
Battery or Battery Cable - Disconnect
Coolant Extender (ELC) - Add
Engine - Clean
Engine Air Cleaner Element (Dual Element) - Inspect/Clean/Replace
Ether Starting Aid Cylinder - Replace
Film (Product Identification) - Clean
Fuel System - Prime
Generator - Dry
Generator - Inspect
Generator Bearing - Lubricate
Generator Set - Test
Generator Set Alignment - Check

Daily

Coolant Level - Check
Electrical Connections - Check
Engine Air Cleaner Service Indicator - Inspect
Engine Oil Level - Check
Fuel System Primary Filter/Water Separator - Drain
Fuel Tank Water and Sediment - Drain
Generator Bearing Temperature - Test/Record
Generator Load - Check
Power Factor - Check
Walk-Around Inspection

Every 6000 Service Hours or 3 Years

Coolant (ELC) - Change

Every Week

Automatic Start/Stop - Inspect
Battery Charger - Check
Fuel Tank Water and Sediment - Drain
Voltage and Frequency - Check

Overhaul

Generator Bearing - Replace
Overhaul Considerations

Every 250 Service Hours

Belts - Inspect/Adjust/Replace
Coolant Sample (Level 1) - Obtain
Cooling System Supplemental Coolant Additive (SCA) - Test/Add
Engine Oil and Filter - Change
Hoses and Clamps - Inspect/Replace

Every 500 Service Hours

Battery Electrolyte Level - Check
Engine Oil Sample - Obtain
Fuel System Primary Filter (Water Separator) Element - Replace

Every 1000 Service Hours

Engine Protective Devices - Check

After Harvest

Generator - Dry
Generator Bearing - Inspect

Every 2000 Service Hours or 6 Months

Generator Lead (Round Cable) - Check
Generator Set Vibration - Inspect
Generator Set Vibration - Test/Record
Stator Lead - Check

Every 2000 Service Hours or 1 Year

Alternator - Inspect

Every Year

Coolant Sample (Level 2) - Obtain
Generator Bearing - Inspect
Rotating Rectifier - Check
Varistor - Check
Varistor - Inspect

Every 3 Years

Battery - Replace

Every 4000 Service Hours or 2 Years

Coolant (DEAC) - Change
Coolant Temperature Regulator - Replace
Crankshaft Vibration Damper - Inspect
Engine Crankcase Breather - Clean
Engine Mounts - Inspect
Starting Motor - Inspect
Turbocharger - Inspect
Water Pump - Inspect